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Haunting Witch’s Luncheons This October

September 8, 2026 | What's New

Several beloved restaurants and riverboats are conjuring up something special for Halloween this year. Grab your pointy hat and take your pick of events with festive multi-course menus, themed cocktails, costume fun and more. Taste of magic this month in New Orleans. They’ll be no poison apples or little children on the menus, we promise!


ANNUNCIATION Restaurant

Nestled in the Warehouse District, ANNUNCIATION Restaurant invites you to its Witches & Warlocks Lunch on Friday, October 30 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Costumes and cackles highly encouraged! Reserve via OpenTable or call 504-568-0245.


Riverboat City of New Orleans 

For those who like a witchy lunch with a view, the Witches Lunch & Brunch Cruises on the Riverboat City of New Orleans take place on October 30 & October 31, 2026. Guests enjoy a Creole buffet, three potion-perfect cocktails, spooky tunes a Glitter Bar and more. Witches in costume can expect plenty of photo ops on deck. Book direct at steamboatnatchez.com or call 800-233-2628.


Paddlewheeler Creole Queen

The Creole Queen is also offering a Haunted Halloween Cruise on October 31, 2026. A lavish buffet, an open call bar, a costume contest, the Creole Queen DJ, tarot card readings, and a festive atmosphere make this a spirited option for witches who prefer great views with their brews. Adult tickets are $125, children’s tickets start at $50. Book tickets at creolequeen.com or call 504-529-4567.


Houmas House 

A little outside the city, Houmas House & Gardens hosts four Witches Walk Ladies Luncheons on Saturday, October 24 and Sunday, October 25, 2026 with seatings at 10:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. both days. Guests are welcomed with a spooky cocktail in the Dixie Café before strolling the Grand Lawn to the Carriage House for lunch. Tickets run around $65 per person, and attendees also receive a 15% gift shop coupon for the day. Purchase tickets at houmashouse.com.


Tujague’s 

Tujague’s, the city’s second-oldest restaurant, still has space available at its Witch’s Luncheon on Friday, October 23, 2026 from 11:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.. It’s a classic New Orleans feast dressed in Halloween flair, and costumes are welcome at the table. Reserve on OpenTable.



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